Part-Time Playground Supervisor

Palos School District 118; Palos Heights (IL); On-site; USD 18,597; Part time

Job summary

A public school district in Palos Heights is seeking a Playground Supervisor to monitor students during lunch and playtime. The ideal candidate will have a positive attitude, strong communication skills, and the ability to work well with children. This position offers hourly pay at $13.50 and hours typically from 11:00 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. during the school year. Candidates must be dependable and pass a criminal background check.

Qualifications

• Ability to understand and work well with children.
• Good communication skills.
• Possess a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Monitor students on the playground and in the lunchroom.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the building principal.

Skills

Ability to understand and work well with children

Ability to communicate well

Positive attitude and pleasant personality

Dependable, loyal and in good health

Flexible with a strong work ethic

Job description

Position Type: Support Staff / Playground Supervisor

Date Posted: 7/16/2025

Date Available: August 2025

Qualifications

• Ability to understand and work well with children
• Ability to communicate well
• Positive attitude and pleasant personality
• Dependable, loyal and in good health
• Flexible, with a strong work ethic and commitment
• Employment contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check

Specific Responsibilities

• Monitoring the students on the playground and in the lunchroom.
• Any other duties as may be assigned by the building principal or designee.

SELECTION PROCEDURE

Applicants are asked to complete an online application at www.palos118.org. Screening by and interview with the building principal. Work performance to be evaluated by the building principal.

SALARY AND HOURS

$13.50 per hour; approximately 11:00 a.m. to 1:45 p.m., school year only.

Equal Pay Act - Palos School District 118

District 118 is an equal opportunity employer. Upon request, applicants must sign a form requesting a criminal history background investigation.

Postings current as of 2/21/2026 4:12:05 AM CST.